Anxiety – it’s the recovering addict’s nemesis, and frequently a significant player in the many factors that lead to addiction in the first place. Dual diagnoses between addictions and anxiety are exceptionally common, with many of us self-medicating anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive thoughts with substances like alcohol and drugs for years. Unfortunately, substances only …
Sara was 28 when she got divorced and was ready for a new beginning. That new beginning meant being happy again, finding herself again, rediscovering who she was. I think many of us feel lost at the end of our marriages and embark on a quest so I asked Sara what that search meant in practical …
Do you have a favorite way to spend your off-time — tinkering away on old knick-knacks, knitting, drawing or painting, or taking photos of beautiful landscapes? No doubt you feel happier when you’re working on your hobbies, but your pastimes may be benefiting your health more than you know. Some of you may remember creating friendship …
By Dajin Kim • LIFE February 2, 2018 at 7:00pm Everybody deals with stress. Whether it be just the result of school, work, or that cutie from class, even a little bit of stress can cause some serious damage on your mental and physical health. We know—life is busy and we don’t always have the time or money to …
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Going through a divorce is a life-changing event. Parting from someone you intended to spend the rest of your life with is difficult, but not impossible. Instead of letting your divorce consume and define you, take control by moving forward and trying out new hobbies. After you have allowed yourself time to grieve and heal, …
Divorce stress not only impacts your overall health, it keeps you from navigating divorce with a clear head. No matter the reasons and circumstances of a divorce, dealing with divorce stress is hard, and if you don’t properly deal with stress and negative emotions, the consequences will affect every aspect of your life. That is why it …
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The holidays are fast approaching and wherever you find yourself, there are reminders to be merry because the season of joy is upon us. However, if you find yourself in a state of grief, then instead of embracing this time, you are looking for an escape route. In fact, just thinking about these events can create …
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December is a painful time for many people who are missing a loved one. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, New Year’s or other festivities, the holidays can stress you emotionally, mentally and physically. Alex Zima, grief counselor for HopeHealth, says your heart may be heavy whether this is the first season without your loved one …
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Nothing kills holiday cheer like the fresh residue of divorce. Kristen Hick walks us through moving on and making happiness a part of your new tradition. At a time when family and friends get together to celebrate, the holiday season can be a painful reminder of what was, what will never be, and who is …
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The bad/sad news: According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in four adults — approximately 57.7 million Americans — experience a mental health disorder in a given year. One in 17 lives with a serious mental illness. The good news: Between 70 and 90 percent of the individuals who are treated for their …
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